Earnings Distribution
How Northwestern University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | $96,837 | $104,862 | +8% |
| New York University | $63,849 | $82,813 | +30% |
| Gonzaga University | $58,879 | $81,537 | +38% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Communication, Journalism, masters's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Northwestern UniversityEvanston | $65,997 | $96,837 | $104,862 | — | — |
 New York UniversityNew York | $60,438 | $63,849 | $82,813 | — | — |
 Gonzaga UniversitySpokane | $53,500 | $58,879 | $81,537 | — | — |
 West Virginia UniversityMorgantown | $9,648 | $53,070 | — | — | — |
 Bowie State UniversityBowie | $8,999 | $52,873 | — | — | — |
 Fordham UniversityBronx | $61,992 | $50,367 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $55,974 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with communication, journalism, graduates
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Northwestern University, approximately 19% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.